1981 Honda Accord vs. 1962 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Triumph Herald is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1962 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Herald |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 29 L |
